the profit they want. Give yourself the time you need, and ask for help (or hire help, if it’s within your means) wherever you need it. Drive-by appeal: Remember, treat curb appeal as “drive-by viewing.” Potential buyers can make a split-second decision on whether your home is worth pursuing based on how appealing it looks. Minor issues that you think no one will notice can stick out like a sore thumb. Clean it: Keep your windows and front door washed and in spotless condition. Low-cost investments like power-washing the house and concrete; cleaning gutters; removing clutter, dead flowers/grass/weeds; keeping the grass trimmed; tidying up, sweeping, and power-washing the garage, etc. will all add to your home’s curb appeal. Welcoming walkway: Think of the path to your front door as the “red carpet” leading into your home. It must be clean, appealing, and inviting, all at once. It must give a good first impression of your home. However, don’t overdo it; too much decoration, etc., can clutter your walkway and look disorganized. Some ideas for your walkway include potted plants, flowers, shrubs, small trees, rocks or stones, cedar chips, LED lights, and a welcome mat. Again, keep a reasonable balance and don’t go overboard. Front door: Your front door gives a powerful impression of what could be behind it. You might think it’s “just a door,” but it serves as the entranceway into your beloved family home, so make sure that entrance is grand! Let’s start with the doorknob. If it’s old or worn out, it should be replaced. Consider the $50 investment of a heavy-duty deadbolt and lock combination. It’s visually impressive and helps potential buyers feel that sense of security.
Next, take a look at the whole door. Does it need a paint job?
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